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The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has taken a firm stance in ensuring the welfare of transgender individuals in the Union Territory. Expressing dissatisfaction with the authorities’ lack of compliance, the Court has directed them to submit an updated report detailing the progress made in safeguarding the rights and well-being of transgenders. Highlighting …

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In a recent report, the Law Commission of India has recommended against making any amendments to the law governing adverse possession. The commission, led by Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, stated that there is no justification for altering the existing legal framework on this issue. However, it should be noted that one ex-officio member of the …

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The U.S. Department of Justice has concluded its investigation into the presence of classified documents at the Indiana residence of former Vice President Mike Pence, choosing not to pursue any charges, according to a department official who spoke on the condition of anonymity. In a letter addressed to Pence, the department notified him of the …

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After a year of unprecedented growth in law school applications due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the frenzy appears to have subsided. Recent data from the Law School Admission Council reveals that the number of people applying to law school has declined for the second consecutive year, indicating that the surge in applicants witnessed in 2021 …

Law School Admissions Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels as Applicant Numbers Stabilize Read More »

The US legal services sector demonstrated its resilience in May as it continued to expand its workforce, despite sporadic layoffs observed at some of the nation’s top-grossing law firms. According to preliminary seasonally adjusted data released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday, the legal sector saw an increase of 700 jobs from …

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ABU DHABI — In a significant development for Abu Dhabi’s industrial sector, eight transformative projects have been unveiled by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and its partners. These projects, in collaboration with high-growth companies spanning various industries such as manufacturing, banking, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, are set to propel the UAE capital’s …

Industrial Sector in Abu Dhabi Poised for Rapid Expansion with Eight Groundbreaking Projects Read More »

The United Arab Emirates’ job market has defied global trends and experienced substantial growth in the first quarter of 2023. Particularly in head offices, there has been an impressive 20% increase in available positions across certain sectors, fueled by new projects and initiatives. According to recruiters, Dubai’s ongoing economic surge has played a significant role …

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has solidified its position as a frontrunner in renewable energy competitive auctions, joining the ranks of prominent nations including European countries, India, the United States, Korea, and Brazil. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), these auctions, which enable governments, businesses, and power utilities to procure clean power through a …

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In a recent decision, the Jammu and Kashmir High Court has granted conditional bail to an accused person charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act), despite the victim’s absence from court proceedings. The court emphasized that the consideration of a bail plea should not be indefinitely deferred solely because …

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In an impassioned farewell speech, a distinguished judge from the Karnataka High Court, Justice B. Veerappa, proclaimed the judiciary as the sole temple in India that transcends religious, caste, gender, and regional divides. Drawing parallels with the legislative and executive branches, Justice Veerappa underscored the divine essence of the judiciary, setting it apart from its …

Judiciary: The Sacred Temple Embraced by All, Irrespective of Differences Read More »